Services & Obituaries

Macpherson, Catherine….

Peacefully at Henley Place Long Term Care Residence, Catherine Macpherson, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late John Finlay Macpherson. Although a long time resident of London, ON, Catherine never lost her love for Scotland or pride in all things Scottish. She will now go home to rest by her husband’s side in Eaglesham Cemetery, Scotland. There will be no visitation or funeral service in Canada. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home. 519-433-5184.

DONALDSON, Radford… Peacefully at University Hospital, on Friday, May 27, 2016, Radford Donaldson passed away in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of the late June Donaldson. Dear father of Jack Donaldson (Sandra), Jim Donaldson (Susan) and Robert Donaldson (Lynda). Proud grandpa of Jim Donaldson, Amy and Matthew Donaldson, Angela and Kelly Donaldson. Papa-great of Conner and Savannah Donaldson, Piper and Georgia Jeffery. Predeceased by his parents and siblings. A special thank you to the nursing staff of the fifth floor of Parkwood Institute and the fourth floor at University Hospital. Friends will be received on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 from 12-1 pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, where the service will be conducted in the chapel at 1 pm. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation 180-633 Colborne Street London, N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

STERNE, Charles William…. Peacefully at Victoria Hospital on Thursday, May 26, 2016, Charles William Sterne in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Doris M. (Wood) Sterne. Dear father of Robert A. Sterne and Christopher J. Sterne and wife Cynthia. Also loved by his grandchildren Carly and Jonathon Sterne. Dear brother of Gary W. Sterne and his late wife Dianne. Charles was an active member of The Elgin County Railway Museum in St. Thomas, for over 20 years. A special thank you to the nursing staff of D5-300 at Victoria Hospital and his family physician Dr. Eric Nicholls. Cremation has taken place. As Charles wishes, a private family service has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, #150-633 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3 or The Elgin County Railway Museum. 225 Wellington Street, St. Thomas, ON N5R 2S6. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

CZINK, David….

With great sadness, on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, David Czink,  passed away suddenly  at the age of 54. Loving partner of Jane Callaghan. Dear father of Brandon, Cameron, Jeremy, Jesse and Jordan.  Survived by his father Tibor, and his brothers Joe, Jim, Rob and extended family.  Predeceased by his mother Beverly and his brother Mike. Friends will be received by the family on Monday, May 30, 2016 from 7-9pm and on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 from 2-3pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at 3 pm. Cremation has taken place.As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

MANN, Geoffrey “Geoff”

With great sadness, on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, Geoffrey “Geoff” Mann passed away at Victoria Hospital, London at the age of  27. Loving son of Carol Mann. Much loved brother of Andrew Mann (Natalie Taylor). Dear nephew of Jean (Ken) Courtice, Cathy (Jerry) Shepley  and cousin to Scott Courtice (Megan Winkler), Dan Shepley and Joe Shepley. Predeceased by his grandparents Alex and Beth Duncan. Geoff will be lovingly remembered by his friends and Family. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received from 9:00 – 11:00 am on Friday, May 27, 2016 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the memorial service will be conducted in the chapel at 11:00 am.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 442 Adelaide Street North, London, ON N6B 3H8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

THORNTON, G. Wilson…..
Peacefully at Parkwood Veterans Hospital, London on Saturday, May 21, 2016, G. Wilson Thornton passed away in his 98th year. Beloved husband of the late Doris “Dorie” E. (Ward) Thornton (2001). Proud father of William “Bill” Ward Thornton and his wife Irene. Dear brother of Orwell Thornton and his wife Marion and Helen Smith. Cherished by his granddaughters Mary Vernackt and her husband Chris, Lana Thornton and her husband Greg Petten and his great-granddaughters Sarah Abbott and Anita Vernackt. Also loved by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sister Doris Hopper. Friends are invited to a Celebration of Wilson’s Life on Thursday, June 9, 2016 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm at the Reception Centre of the A. Millard George Funeral Home on the south east corner of the parking lot, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Private interment at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Health Care – Veterans Care 550 Wellington Road London, Ontario N6C 0A7 or The Victory Legion Branch #317, 311 Oakland Avenue London, Ontario N5W 4J5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

GORRIE, Ronald “Ron”…

Surrounded by family & friends Ron Gorrie at the age of 83 passed at University Hospital, London on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Beloved husband of Della J. Gorrie for 58 years. Cherished father of Susan Gorrie (Dave Near) of St. Marys, Douglas (Char) Gorrie of Harrington and Darren Gorrie (Linda Mallet) of London. Proud grandfather of Tyler (Amy) Gorrie, Jonathan Gorrie, Christen (Kyle) Graham, Mathew Gorrie, Rob Gorrie and great-grandfather to Madison, Kacey, Kyla, Tyler and Eli. Dear brother of Barbara Shepherd, Margot (Bill) Hickling and their families. Predeceased by his parents Donald and Marjorie Gorrie , brother-in-law Dale Shepherd and nephew Mark Shepherd. Ron worked almost 50 years as an Insurance Claims Adjuster, Auditor and Trainer. He loved teaching, working, photography and spending time with family and friends. Ron will be dearly missed by his family and many friends and remembered for his great spontaneous sense of humor. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the compassionate, caring doctors and nurses from A4 and A10 Palliative Unit at University Hospital. They made it possible for us to get through the extremely difficult week that we have experienced by treating Ron with admirable respect and dignity. In keeping with Ron’s wishes cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to join the family to a memorial service at the Poplar Hill Christian Church, 9890 Ilderton Road, Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0, on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 12pm. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Poplar Hill Christian Church, Ilderton. Arrangement entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home (519) 433-5184.  Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

AITKEN, Mary….

In the comfort of her home on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, Mary (Findlay) Aitken of London at the age of 93. Beloved wife of Harry Aitken for 28 years and the late Archie Maxwell (1983). Cherished mother of Heather (John) Paas of Strathroy and step-mother to Eric (Pat) of BC and Ted (Bonnie) of London. Proud grandmother to Kyle, Krystal, Kristian, Scott, Stephanie, Darrell, Joshua (Maaike), Luke (Miranda) and great-grandmother to Ella and Henry. Dear sister of Margaret (Harold) Gibbons of Winnipeg, Jean (Robert) Sandercott of Grand Bend, Ina Flanders of Clinton and George (Carol) of St. Thomas. Also survived by her sisters-in-law Pat Findlay and Jean Andress and brother-in-law Norman (Donna). Predeceased by her brothers William (Betty), James, Charles (Ruby) and her sisters Sadie (Ted) Smith, Betty (Keith) Squire and Irene (Bob) Flannigan. Mary will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Mary was a life member of Bethlehem Chapter No. 136 of the Eastern Star. Friends will be received on Friday, May 20, 2016 from 2-4 pm & 7-9pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, where the service will be conducted in the chapel Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 11am. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London.  Donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Mocha Shrine Centre, 468 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2T3 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9 or London Humane Society, 624 Clark Road, London ON N5V 3K5. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

WORSFOLD, Charles T.R. … At Parkwood Hospital, on Friday, May 13, 2016, Charles T. R. Worsfold of London in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Brenda F. Worsfold. Loving father of Shirley Rayner and her husband James of London, Keith Worsfold and his wife Sandy of London, Janet Surgent and her husband Frank of St.Thomas and Gary Worsfold and his wife Crystal of Watford. Proud grandfather of Jennifer and Sarah, Chris and Kelly, Ben, Lucas and Laura, Candice and Kelsey and his great-grandchildren Emily, Claire, Laryssa, Jack, Evan, Adam, Haley, Paige, Julianna, Kiersten and Ethan. Dear brother of Eileen Botham of Burks Falls. Predeceased by his sister Audrey and by his brothers Clifford, Ronald, Eric, Vic, Herbert and John. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received by the family 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Funeral Service will be conducted at Mount Zion United Church, 471 Ridgewood Crescent, London on Friday, May 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Marilyn Carter officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario, 117-4500 Blakie Road, London, ON N6L 1G5 or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated. On line condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com

WHELAN, Dorothy M…..

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on Friday, May 13, 2016 in her 91st year.Loving mother of Linda (Bob) Francis, Gloria (David) Jackson, Sandy (John) Grover and loving Godmother of Donna Davis. Cherished grandma of Tracy, Kimberly, Jason, Bob, Josh, Steve, Jenna and great-grandmother of 15. Predeceased by her brother Doug Davis and his wife Joyce, and her sister Viola Watson and her husband Ian. She will be sadly missed by her lifelong friends Noreen Wright and Joan Thiebert. Friends will be received on Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 from 7-9pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, where the Memorial Service will be conducted on Wednesday, May 18th, 2016 at 11am. Cremation has taken place. Interment at Woodland Cemetery to follow. Donations may be made to the McCormick Dementia Service, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 800 Commissioners Road East, London, ON N6A 5W9. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com